Impersonating an artist

I was watching some home improvement show and the host made a comment about how the homeowner, who hadn’t painted in about 10 years, was “impersonating an artist.” I liked it so much I think I might just make it my tagline for my blog. I also like the term, “professional amateur,” promoting the idea that I’ve been an amateur portrait artist for so long that I’m actually a pro at it! Seriously, though, I have sold portraits and I’ve even given several really good ones away as gifts. I’ve just never really advertised that this is what I do. I don’t know why, I just haven’t. I’ve been impersonating an artist, and it’s time to stop impersonating and start being real.